Tools Required

J 25070 Heat Gun

1. Remove the side door molding. Refer to Body Side Door Molding Replacement .



2. Use a J 25070 to heat the upper edge of the molding retainer using a circular motion 152 mm (6 in) from the retainer for 30 seconds.

Notice: Use a plastic, flat-bladed tool to prevent paint damage when removing an emblem/name plate.

3. Use a plastic flat-bladed tool to remove the retainer from the sliding door outer panel.

1. Ensure that the retainer is approximately room temperature 22°C (72°F).
2. Use isopropyl alcohol to clean the area of the sliding door outer panel where the molding retainer will be installed.




Important: Do not touch the adhesive backing on the molding retainer.

3. Remove the protective liner from the back of the retainer.
4. Align the retainer to the lower edge of the sliding door outer panel.
5. Press the retainer to the sliding door outer panel until fully seated.
6. Install the side door molding. Refer to Body Side Door Molding Replacement .